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Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology ranks #1,654 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 72.72 out of 100. It ranks #11 nationally.

| Global Rank 1654 | Overall Score 72.72 |
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Top Country #11

Top Africa #32

Top World #1,654

Campus Safety & Security Measures

About Durban University of Technology

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Durban University of Technology is a significant educational institution in South Africa, known for its commitment to academic excellence and research innovation. The university offers a diverse array of programs that cater to the interests of its student population, fostering a collaborative and engaging academic environment. Its focus on community service and research initiatives enhances its role in contributing to the socio-economic development of South Africa. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Durban University of Technology Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
72.72
Global Rank
#1,654
Regional Rank
#32
Country Rank
#11
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Durban University of Technology Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Durban University of Technology’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

75 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

78 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

72 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

65 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

68 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

70 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

73 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

65 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

63 / 100

Institutional Awards

60 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

64 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

62 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

67 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

69 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

70 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

66 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

60 / 100

Quality of Employment

68 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

61 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

63 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

62 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

59 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

60 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

58 / 100

International Student Support

66 / 100

International Students & Faculty

65 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

60 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

64 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

59 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

58 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

61 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

63 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

62 / 100

Research Output & Scale

64 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

60 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

63 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

68 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

64 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

66 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

70 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

69 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

68 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

61 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

67 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

65 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

66 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

67 / 100

Student Support Services

69 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

65 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

64 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

63 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

62 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

62 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

58 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

61 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

60 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

60 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

59 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

67 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

57 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

61 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

62 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

59 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

58 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

59 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

60 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

72 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

69 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

70 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

71 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

73 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

70 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

68 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

70 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

72 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

71 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

69 / 100

Durban University of Technology Historical Rankings

Explore Durban University of Technology's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Durban University of Technology

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
2002NA#3374
2003NA#3192
2004NA#3282
2005NA#3279
2006NA#3277
2007NA#3103
2008NA#3119
2009NA#3224
2010NA#3357
2011NA#3354
2012NA#3370
2013NA#3218
2014NA#3228
2015NA#3097
2016NA#2607
2017NA#2662
2018NA#2662
2019NA#2076
2020NA#2069
2021NA#2020
202369#1666
202468.94#1666
202570.29#1582
202670.29#1582
202772.72#1654

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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